Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:07am on 19 Mar 2024,Tuesday India
In a successful anti-piracy mission, Indian warship INS Kolkata led to the surrender of 35 pirates aboard MV Ruen. Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India's commitment to safeguarding navigation freedom and combating piracy in the Indian Ocean. President Rumen Radev of Bulgaria expressed gratitude for the rescue of 7 Bulgarian citizens. PM Modi assured their safety and emphasized India's dedication to maritime security. The Indian Air Force provided support by dropping two boats with Navy MARCOS for Operation Sankalp. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar echoed gratitude to Bulgaria, highlighting the essence of friendship.